Rallyman

How difficult would it be to convert an Evo X SST to manual transmission.
Does the SST use the same gearbox mounting points, are the drive shafts the same, will the engine crankshaft accept a manual gearbox flywheel and clutch etc.

I would like to convert my car so it could be used for competition if possible.
Any help would be much appreciated.

Mike Bones

Idk what your monetary situation is but I think from a price standpoint, it wouldn't be worth it.

malymabl97

it may be easier to trade in the car for a gsr.

kozmic27

The SST is so expensive, I would immagine you could cover most of the cost of the conversion by selling the SST. I am actually doing something similar on my SMT toyota MRS. Start by finding a total, and buying everything off it you can. Should be doable.

ETS Michael

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Sounds like a fun project!

MicMcKee

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I could see that maybe being worth it if you've got the touring package,

hotdog

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You could do higher quality leather and sound deadening for a whole hell of a lot cheaper than a tranny swap.

MicMcKee

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There's a lot more to the Touring than just leather and deadening...

Rain-sensing wipers, Sun-roof, etc...

Not saying it's practical, just the only possible reason I could see it happening...

MAS2377TECH

Well as was stated last time this question was posted don't forget you have to add a third pedal, not saying that it cannot be accomplished it just sounds like a lot of work. Good Luck!!

Jblade

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I guarantee it will be easier to trade in the car for a gsr

stokEd

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He's talking about using the car for competition, probably not concerned with leather, etc ...


@Rallyman If it's possible to sell your GSR and pick up an MR/GSR w/SST where you are, that's probably your best bet.

Could be a fun project though. You would need to find a donor car for sure. The list of things you'd need is pretty substantial:

Transmission
Motor Mounts
Front Axles
Transmission Cooler
Trans Cooler Lines
TCU
Shifter Lever
Shifter Paddles*
Gauge Cluster*
Electrical Harnesses (TCU, ECU, gauges,...)
ECU Reflash (might have to swap ECUs as well)

*may be optional for a competition-only vehicle

You'll also need to find out is if the firewalls are different between the 5-speed and SST. The five speed has to accommodate the clutch pedal and master cylinder, which the SST of course lacks, so that could be snag.

This is all I could think of, I've probably omitted a few things.

MicMcKee

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I missed the competition part,

And correct me if I'm wrong but he wants to go from SST to Manual,

You've described the opposite

rogue

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lol.

stokEd

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lol...

Hakmeister

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so any actual price on how much it would cost, it might be worth it if you can sell the old sst if you swap it